Southeast Community College

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Parts Marketing & Management

Welcome

In 1974 Southeast Community College launched their 1st Parts Marketing & Management Program. Over the years, the program has adapted to meet the ever changing needs of industry. This 12 to 15 month program with a paid internship prepares students to manage product inventories using computerized systems, consult with customers in business, and display products for effective marketing. Students are prepared for entry level positions in customer sales, parts management, warranty management, marketing & advertising, factory representative, parts counter operations, inventory specialist, etc.

Southeast Community College partners with business across many industries in order to best match up with positions with a broad range of student interest: automotive dealerships, agriculture dealerships, aftermarket parts stores, industrial, construction, aviation, or any other business that sells products. Our students make these partnerships a success.

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Overview

The Parts Marketing & Management Program is a 12 month diploma or 15 month associate degree program designed to upgrade the competence and professional level of the incoming parts person. The curriculum is designed by business in industry and Southeast Community College-Milford Campus. The program involves attending classroom lecture and practical laboratory experiences in the college parts store and a unique opportunity to work in industry on an internship earning college credit while earning a wage.

All tuition, fees, books, and related costs are the responsibility of the student. See estimated cost list.

The Parts Marketing & Management Program at Southeast Community College is fully accredited by the State of Nebraska and by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The faculty are all ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified.

Upon successful completion of the program the student will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science degree or a diploma.

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Mission

Program Mission Statement:
The mission of the Parts Marketing & Management program is to prepare individuals for employment as high quality entry-level parts personnel in the transportation industry or any other business that sells product.

The Parts Marketing & Management Program Goals:
The program goals will be reviewed on an annual basis.

1. Provide technical training in the areas of parts operations, computer systems, product knowledge, advertising, customer sales and relations.
2. Provide an effective training program that meets the employment needs of the parts industry as directed by the Parts Marketing & Management Advisory committee.
3. Provide students with safe working habits so as not to injure themselves, others, or personal property.
4. The student will value and demonstrate a sense of punctuality and time management.

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Requirements

Admission to the Parts Marketing & Management Program begins in the Fall term but students may enroll early and begin taking General Education or other required non-PDSM classes.

It is not necessary for you to have a sponsoring business for your internship before you enter the program. The college will assist you in securing an internship which usually turns into fulltime employment after graduating from the program.

All applicants are responsible for scheduling an appointment to take the COMPASS test. Pre-test will be in the areas of writing, reading, and math. ACT scores may be accepted. Please call the SCC-Milford Campus Assessment Office, 402-761-8202 or 1-800-933-7223, Ext. 8202 for an appointment.

The students for this program will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. Applicants with satisfactory test scores will be contacted by SCC-Milford Campus with additional information regarding registration and orientation.

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Student Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain Cooperative Education sponsorship with business.
• Attain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 at the end of term, if not will be automatically placed on academic probation.
• Maintain attendance standards according to college policy.
• Wear appropriate clothing and safety glasses while on campus and during cooperative work experience at the business.
• Participate in all learning activities at the scheduled times.
• Provide sponsoring business with responsible and productive employment.
• Be responsible for program costs: tuition, fees, books, and tools.

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Cooperative Education

Students at Southeast Community College are employed by area businesses and industries and have the opportunity to "learn while doing" through the College's Cooperative Education Experience.

Students will work in positions related to their career goals. Student objectives are established through mutual agreement by the student, the employer, and the cooperative education experience coordinator.
Progress is evaluated at designated time(s) during the period of employment.

How Cooperative Education Works

Southeast Community College's Cooperative Education Experience is designed for students who have completed specific courses in their program of study and have achieved a grade point average of at least 2.0 on a scale of 4.0.

Coordinators work closely with employers and students to determine the optimum Cooperative Education arrangement.

The student registers for the Cooperative Education Experience and earns college credit while being paid a salary for the cooperative experience; the salary is set by the employer and agreed upon by the student.

Cooperative Education Benefits

• A unique opportunity to apply what is learned on campus to "Real World" situations in the student's sponsoring business.
• The student will earn a wage which will help offset college expenses.
• The students earn college credit while on their Cooperative Education training.
• Regular Coop Ed visitations by program instructors to insure Student Success.
• Good Student Coop Ed experience + Good Sponsor Coop Ed experience = Full Time Employment